Nikola

I am Nikola. Sparkles, family, and food are all very important to me. I was born in New York City. I was raised between New York and Los Angeles. I am of Jewish, European, and Greek descent. I’ve loved to do art all my life. I remember how much consideration I would put into my Barbie and Disney princess coloring books. I have a very artistic family so art was appreciated enthusiastically as I was growing up. Art as well as fashion inspires me to come up with my own ideas, daydreams, and even goals for the future. I love artists like Norman Rockwell, Keith Haring, and Carole Feuerman. I love the way these artists use color, comedy, and emotion in their paintings and sculptures. When I see their work it sparks excitement, amusement, and inspiration in me. All of these artists tell a story and let the viewer piece it together. I find this a very important element in art. I love fashion designers Betsey Johnson and Ralph Lauren. Like Betsey Johnson, I appreciate confidence, and flamboyant style in clothing. Ralph Lauren is so beautifully simple and elegant.

Nikola’s Artwork

Spring 2012 YI Writers worked with artist in residence K8 Hardy to explore the relationship between visual art and text through the creation of artist books and zines. Click through to learn more about the project. Photograph by Berry Stein